PRESENTATION OUTLINE
The ancient Egypt army stayed peacefully in there old kingdom because there colony was protected by mountains/deserts.it acted like a defensive barrier
In the middle and new kingdoms they grew larger. They weren't as peaceful because their Pharos rule was often threatened
What weapons did the ancient Egyptians use in battle?
They used flint/bronze knifes.swords and daggers.
Bows and arrows.
Spears.
Maces.
Battle axes.
And slings.
TEST
- What weapons did ancient egypt use ?
- Did Egypt start off as a peaceful country ?
- Did it end well ?
- What stopped other countries from attacking Egypt ?
Egypt was protected by the pharaoh.the head of Egypt's army was the pharaoh he led troops into battle.
Army life was tough. Soldiers had to participate in a very challenging program of weapons training and physical exercise. Soldiers who did anything wrong might be whipped. Often soldiers had to go on long walks through the deserts.
QUESTIONS
- Who was the leader of the Egyptian army?
- What happens to a soldier if he did something wrong?